The history of Cuban drums dates back to pre-Columbian times, when indigenous peoples used wooden percussion instruments to create rhythmic vibrations. However, it was the arrival of African slaves that transformed Cuban drumming, introducing animal skin drumheads and shaping the distinct sounds that define Cuban percussion today. The Evolution of Afro-Cuban Drumming With the need […]

The Dominican Republic boasts a rich cultural heritage, and its traditional music remains one of the most defining elements of its national identity. Over the centuries, Dominicans have developed a diverse range of musical styles that reflect their history, ethnic fusion, and daily life experiences. While merengue and bachata are the country’s most internationally recognized […]

Nestled between the majestic Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the Serranía del Perijá, Valledupar, capital of the Cesar Department, is one of Colombia’s premier cultural hubs. It is best known as thebirthplace of vallenato, a musical genre declared Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. At the heart of its cultural calendar is the Festival de […]

Today marks ten years since the passing of Mercedes Sosa, one of Argentina’s most celebrated voices and a defining figure of Latin American music. Known as La Negra, Sosa was more than a singer—she was a force of resistance, an emblem of cultural pride, and a champion of social justice. Born in Tucumán, Sosa was […]

The sad news was confirmed through a statement on her official Instagram account, which read: “With deep pain and sadness, we confirm the passing of our beloved Paquita la del Barrio at her home in Veracruz.” Cuban Singer-Songwriter Eduardo Sosa Passes Away at 52 Mexican music is in mourning following the passing of Francisca Viveros […]

This edition is dedicated to peasant music and has Colombia as its international guest, a country with a rich tradition of Afro-Caribbean rhythms, with cumbia and ballenato as two of the most transcendental rhythms.  RELATED: Venezuela Demands to Stop Branding Cuba as a Sponsor of Terrorism Cuban rural music has a rich tradition and includes […]

From March 5 to 10, 2024, Havana will host the 2024 edition of the “Guillermo Barreto in Memoriam Drum Festival.” RELATED:  Latin American Cinema in First Decade of the 20th Century Dedicated to Cuban popular music and dance, this international event brings together percussionists and dancers from different countries and genres. “For us, showing Africa […]

Let’s talk about what is known as Latin American music, due to its origin in different countries of the region. This category has a great extension, it includes subgenres of great variety and particular sound. RELATED: Gastronomy in Latin America and the Caribbean, a Cultural Mix Latin American music emerged mainly to accompany the traditional […]